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Free Postage, Super Value Christmas Gifts Books

Free Postage for 15th November to 15th December ONLY make the following books SUPER value for a Christmas Gift.

Free Postage Special: The Ins and Outs of the Accordion by Thierry Benetoux (catalog benetouxen00). A quality book about accordion repairs, tuning etc. that is very popular indeed. In English and French. Comprendre et Reparer Votre Accordeon (catalog benetouxfr00).

Free Postage Special: Sounding Out The Accordion by Thierry Benetoux (catalog bthierryen). A very quality book that cares of the sounding and tuning up your accordion. In English and French. L’Accordeon & SA Diversite Sonore (catalog bthierryfr).

Free Postage Special: Rob Howard Publications, An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments by Rob Howard, an unique books that suits new learner of the accordion instrument. It also have An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments Volume 2, An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments Volume 3, An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments Volume 4.

Free Postage Special: Playing Well by Lynda Griffith (catalog lynda01), Prevention and Biomechanics of Musician Injuries

These Christmas gift ideas have been compiled to hopefully attract your Xmas gift money to be spent with accordion artists, composers, arrangers and publishers.

L’opération port gratuit inclut quelques-uns des livres les plus populaires : The Ins and Outs of the Accordion de Thierry Benetoux. Sounding Out The Accordion de Thierry Benetoux. An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments de Rob Howard. Playing Well par Lynda Griffith, Prevention and Biomechanics of Musician Injuries, Jacques Mornet’s accordion [non] method, ...

免费邮寄包括一些最流行的书: The Ins and Outs of the Accordion，作者：Thierry Benetoux. Sounding Out The Accordion，作者：Thierry Benetoux. An A to Z of the Accordion and Related Instruments，作者：Rob Howard. Playing Well，作者：Lynda Griffith, Prevention and Biomechanics of Musician Injuries

Neue Solisten und Gruppen auf der Steirischen - Österreich

Accordion Yellow Pages/Events - CYBERSPACE

by Diatonic News

All concert, competition and festival organizers are reminded to list their Future Events in our yellow pages website. Its free to list and you can do it yourself. You can also change and update your listing yourself as further information becomes available.

The accordion yellow pages Future Events calendar displays at the top right hand side of this Weekly News of accordions.com in all 7 languages plus other popular sites such as the USA News and the Diatonic News.

Huge numbers of readers every year view the accordion yellow pages Future Events, so all accordion event organizers are urged to take full advantage of this free service to keep the accordion community informed.

Accordion-Space4U.com Site the place for YOUR videos - WORLDWIDE

by Diatonic News

Accordion-Space4u.com is an accordion (all types) only, simple to use site, its an easy way to upload photos, sound files, videos and share them accordionists. Artists can have their own promotional pages and with one click, send information to all they have listed.

Especially attractive for performers is that all videos listed on our Accordion-Space4u.com site are being shown on all news editions on a rotation system. Each time a reader views any news editions, 'your video' might be the one showing. Take advantage of this great system and show YOUR video where over 5,800 people visit per day!

So log on to Accordion-Space4u.com to share your photos, sound files and videos with your fellow accordionists.

Mental Activity May Keep Older Brains Healthy - USA

by Diatonic News

We have already reported this - but we think, it is Worth to read again, especially during the "thoughtful month of the year"....

Simple mental activity such as reading, writing, playing games and doing puzzles may protect brain health in old age, according to a new study being presented at a meeting in the USA this weekend.

The study, presented at the 98th scientific assembly and annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) in Chicago, is the work of Konstantinos Arfanakis and colleagues, from Rush University Medical Center and Illinois Institute of Technology.

"Reading the newspaper, writing letters, visiting a library, attending a play or playing games, such as chess or checkers, are all simple activities that can contribute to a healthier brain" says Arfanakis.

Editor: What could be even better is playing the accordion. You have the extra mental and physical stimulus of playing a different keyboard with each hand (assuming your accordion has standard bass), co-ordinating the bellows and your fingers, so you are also stimulating both brain activity and brain to muscular activity as well, all while you enjoy your music.

Therefore, NEVER stop PLAYING the accordion. Play in groups, orchestras or solo. Our older readers might not play like they did many years earlier, but the pleasure of music can still be fully enjoyed plus the benefits of musical practise are becoming recognised as medically ever more important to your brain health.

DMA (Danish Music Awards) nomination for ARC - Denmark

by Diatonic News

DMA (Danish Music Awards) nomination for ARC in the category "vocal jazz" 2013

ARC: a challenging musical encounter between the Nordic spirit and the Italian soul

Three acclaimed musicians, all based in Copenhagen, Denmark, met in the fall of 2011 to form the new ensemble, ARC. The trio combines the musical talents of Swedish singer Josefine Cronholm, Swedish bass player Thommy Andersson and Italian piano and bandoneón player Paolo Russo.

A wide spectrum of genuine emotions radiate from this exciting new trio. Audiences can enjoy their music during their intense live performances and on the new album Archipelago, released in April 2013.

The trio's repertoire - consisting entirely of original music - gently leads the listener on a journey through the suffused colors of Scandinavian folklore, the strong accents of Balkan rhythms and the intense flavour of Italian lyricism, with a touch of moden jazz and a distant echo of Argentine tango.

http://arc-music.net

BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2013 to Bellowhead - UK

by Diatonic News

Video above: Whiskey is the Life of Man by Bellowhead broadcast Live at B B C Christmas Session, 2009.

The Folk Awards 2013 took place at The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall 2013 as part of the Celtic Connections festival.

BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2013 ﻿﻿The Folk Awards have become a much anticipated annual event in the folk world with previous years featuring incredible performances. :

BEST ALBUM [Public vote]◾Winner - BROADSIDE – BELLOWHEAD

Jamie Bergeron Best Cajun Band 2013 - USA

by Diatonic News

They’ve become one of the most sought after acts playing along the Gulf Coast and on any given weekend you’ll find JAMIE BERGERON & the kickin’ cajuns performing at most festivals, corporate events and clubs. A veteran EMT-Paramedic with Acadian Ambulance, JAMIE is a life-saver, singer-songwriter, accordion player.

Their fans, both young and old, are some of the most devout... always at the shows, buying CDs, t-shirts and whatever else they can get their hands on. The band’s got six CDs in their catalog, the latest being LIVE LIKE DAT!!!, more than 70 minutes of onstage performances of“cajun/zydeco music at the highest level of energy that the law will allow!!!”.

Video: ”BayanTonic” recorded at Tjolöholms Church, Fjärås - Sweden

Two of the most prominent musicians on accordion instruments, Lars Karlsson (Sweden) on diatonic accordion and Øivind Farmen (Norway) on bayan (concert accordion), have released a brand new music video.

This video on the concert piece ”BayanTonic” is recorded in October 2013 at Tjolöholms church in Fjärås, near Gothenburg in Sweden. The music is specially written for this very unique instrument constellation and combining the typical folk music instrument diatonic accordion together with a bayan (which is mainly a concert instrument for classical music) is extremely unusual!

This duo has already done many concert tours in the Nordic countries but also in countries like Austria and United States where they have received a lot of attention and we are sure that this video will also get a lot of attention worldwide!

For more info: www.bayantonic.com http://youtu.be/UdwrXEqeedw

'Play Your Accordion Without Pain', New Chapter Released - USA

John Bonica (PT CMP NZRP) is about to release the 9th chapter of his book 'Play Your Accordion Without Pain'. An eBook, readers can enjoy the convenience of having the chapters e-mailed in Acrobat .pdf format.

This exciting eBook is being published chapter by chapter, with about one chapter being released each month. Released chapters to date are:

Special introduction price continues for Christmas. There will be a minimum of 24 chapters. As a special introductory offer, you can purchase the whole book for US$22 (or Euro equivalent) and be sent each chapter by e-mail as it is released.

20th Scoil Gheimhridh Frankie Kennedy - Ireland

Scoil Gheimhridh Frankie Kennedy was established in 1994 to continue Frankie's huge contribution to Irish traditional music, especially the music and song of Donegal. This final Scoil Gheimhridh will take place from Friday 27th December 2013 until Wednesday 1st January 2014.

Classes are offered in a number of disciplines, including button accordion .... with Peter Browne

BTSC Presents Andre Thierry & Zydeco Magic - USA

GRAMMY nominee Andre Thierry is a phenomenal talent who has been capturing the attention of other musicians and music lovers since he was a young boy. Andre’s French Creole heritage is deeply rooted in Louisiana although he was born and reared in northern California.

The “King of Zydeco,” the late great Clifton Chenier, grabbed three-year old Andre by the arms and deemed him a future accordion player. Andre was captivated by Clifton Chenier and when he was given his first accordion by local musician, Billy Wilson (currently with MotorDude Zydeco), he began teaching himself to play by listening to Clifton Chenier’s music.

Thierry can't be lumped into Zydeco's old-school R&B-influenced camp or its nouveau, rap-inspired one: He and his band, Zydeco Magic, lay down both soulful, traditional slow-dances and bottom-end-booming kinetic groovers.

At only 33 years old, he is already a legend. There is widespread agreement that he is an exceptional multi-dimensional musician who has a finely-honed ability to merge traditional Zydeco music with hip-hop, blues, jazz and rock. Building from his love and respect for traditional Zydeco, his original music is a blend of old and new. His musical mastery enables him to create a unique sound for his and future generations while staying true to the past.

Formed in 2004 by John Spiers and Jon Boden, the 11-piece big band Bellowhead is in their words, a “delirious amalgam of schooled musicianship and anarchic abandon”. Initially just a bunch of mates joined together to have fun at festivals, Bellowhead have superseded this original objective by winning Best Live Act at the Radio 2 Folk Awards an unprecedented five times, and counting. The Independent have even raved that, “With the exception of The Who, Bellowhead are surely the best live act in the country”.

The band’s recorded works have been no less acclaimed, with their fourth album Broadside bagging them another BBC Radio 2 Folk Award in 2013 and the number 1 spot in the UK Independent Album Chart. Never ones to rest on their laurels, the band have pursued unlikely avenues of interest, including creating their own 4.5% proof ale, and recording their own version of The Simpsons theme. But it’s their incredible live performances that really keep their fans coming back for more, and the band themselves as tight friends as ever.

www.bellowhead.co.uk

Alex Meixner in December - USA

by Diatonic News

12/01/13 Stuart, FL Lyric Theatre – Cameo Appearance with Terry BarberAddress: 59 SW Flagler. Venue phone: (772) 286-7827. On Sunday December 1, I am honored to play a solo and 2 accompaniments with an internationally renowned counter tenor named Terry Barber. He is an absolutely amazing vocalist and the program will range from classical to pop and holiday favorites… If you’re close to hear- come out. I promise to not detract from the program. More information

Time: 12:15pm. Address: Liberty Bellows 614 S. 2nd St.. Venue phone: 267-815-4407. Philadelphia Accordion Club invites you to our Accordion Christmas Party with Alex Meixner December 7th: 11:30pm-12pm Philly Squeeze holiday medley "Tis the Squeezin" 12pm-12:15pm Philadelphia Accordion Club Meet and Greet featuring an assortment of nogs12:15-1pm Alex presents "Polka Playing 101: How to play authentically in Cleveland Slovenian, German and Polish styles. Techniques for comping with other musicians, bellows shake ideas, typical licks and styles"1pm-2pm Alex’s Polka Christmas Performance with special guest Cody McSherry2pm-3pm Group polka jam, open micNo admission, but donations for the holiday goodies will be appreciated. Please contact Dallas Vietty for more information about the club or to join our email list. — with Alex Meixner.

12/09/13 Kinzers, PA Pequea Valley Intermediate and High School Clinics Pequea Valley Intermediate and High School Clinics w/ the Alex Meixner Band

12/10/13 Cleveland, OH Beachland BallroomAddress: 15711 Waterloo. Venue phone: 216-383-1124. a last minute addition, quick stop in Cleveland Ohio for the Alex Meixner Band on our way to Frankenmuth… come celebrate the Christmas season with a romping good Polka party! Only $10 – 7:30 start

CD/VIDEO/Book (New/Reviews/Presentations)

CD Le Forgeron CD by Ganey Arsement - USA

by Diatonic News

Le Forgeron (aka The Blacksmith) is, in many ways, a tribute to Ganey's great-grandfather, Andrew Doucet, who was not only a blacksmith, but an accordion player, as well. Andrew's recording of "Le two step du forgeron" lit a fire in Ganey that has burned uncontrollably every since he was 8 years old. It is what started Ganey on his musical journey. For him, the title has two meanings. This album starts with Ganey's version of the song and ends with his great-grandfather's. It's what is found between the first and last song that symbolizes Ganey's journey as he forges his way into new territory. Le Forgeron, released in August 2013, 15 tracks.

Joe Sample - Creole Joe Band CD - USA

by Diatonic News

In 1999 Joe Sample moved back to his hometown of Houston, TX and rediscovered the “la la music” that was so much a part of his youth. Cajun accordion, Mississippi and Texas Delta Blues, and some good old Texas two step, all conspiring to create what Joe refers to as, Creole Folk Music. CreoleJoe Band features Joe Sample on accordion, the legendary Ray Parker Jr. on guitar & vocals, and the crown prince of Zydeco, C.J. Chenier Also featuring from New Orleans: vocalist Erica Falls, drummer Raymond Weber, scrubboardist and vocalist Alex McDonald; guitarist June Yamaguchi; fellow Houstonian Skip Nallia on keyboards; and his son, Nick Sample on bass and vocals. CreoleJoe Band is a crazy and colorful reflection of their collective musical backgrounds is sure to put a smile on your face and a jump in your step. Released in 2013, 11 tracks.Price: $17.98 Information: http://www.flattownmusic.com/Joe-Sample-CreoleJoe-Band-CD-P15090.aspx

CD Live Like Dat!!!Jamie Bergeron & The Kickin' Cajuns - USA

by Diatonic News

Jamie Bergeron & the Kickin' Cajuns were voted Acadiana's Best Cajun / Zydeco Band in The Times of Acadiana's Best of Acadiana 2013 Awards for the 10th consecutive time!

They’ve become one of the most sought after acts playing along the Gulf Coast and on any given weekend you’ll find JAMIE BERGERON & the Kickin’ Cajuns performing at most festivals, corporate events and clubs. A veteran EMT with Acadian Ambulance, Jamie is a life-saver, singer-songwriter, accordion player and just a real charming guy!!! There’s no way to really explain why or how, you’ve just got to experience it for yourself, to understand what everybody’s talking about down in South Louisiana... And before long, you too will be saying “I Know Dat’s Right!!!” LIVE LIKE DAT was recorded live at Whiskey River Landing in Henderson & Cowboy's in Lafayette, LA. Released October 2013, 15 tracks.

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